Fugitive property developer Jean Nassif to front NSW corruption watchdog hearing from Lebanon
Fugitive property developer Jean Nassif appeared via video link from Lebanon before the NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption. He is testifying regarding allegations of prohibited political donations and bribery aimed at influencing government development approvals.
Why it matters
The case exposes potential corruption within the Australian political system and the influence of property developers on urban planning and government policy.
Jean Nassif has appeared before NSW ICAC from Beirut in Lebanon via video link. ( ABC News )
Fugitive property developer Jean Nassif has sensationally fronted a corruption inquiry linked his alleged prohibited political donations.
From a nondescript hideout in Beirut, the disgraced developer defended his funding of a NSW Liberals right-wing faction dubbed 'the Reformers'.
Mr Nassif is expected to continue giving evidence on Tuesday from Lebanon.
Link copied Share Share article Fugitive property developer Jean Nassif has fronted the NSW corruption watchdog in a sensational appearance where he said it would be "my pleasure" for his money to fund Liberal Party branch-stacking if it meant his developments would proceed.
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